Making Dark Chocolate Dipped Macaroons is simpler than you might think! Here are the steps to guide you through the process:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.
3. Form Macaroons: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the coconut mixture into small mounds, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden brown.
5. Cool: Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Melt Chocolate: While the macaroons cool, melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
7. Dip Macaroons: Once cooled, dip the bottom half of each macaroon into the melted dark chocolate, letting the excess drip off.
8. Set Chocolate: Place the dipped macaroons back on the parchment-lined baking sheet. If desired, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on each dipped macaroon before the chocolate sets.
9. Cool to Set: Let the chocolate harden at room temperature or refrigerate for quicker setting, about 10-15 minutes.
10. Enjoy: Serve them once the chocolate has hardened, or store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.